16 Days of Activism is a global movement highlighting organizations committed to ending violence against women and children.
At 5FM, we understand that 16 Days of Activism, is just the beginning. That's why we've compiled a list of helplines to connect you with some of these dedicated organizations.
Whether you're a victim, witness, or seeking to change your behaviour, there's someone ready to support you. Speaking up is a powerful move you can take!
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Report Abuse: |
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Child Welfare South Africa |
074 080 8315 or email info@childwelfaresa.co.za |
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Childline |
08000 55 555 |
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Gender Based Violence Command Centre |
0800 428 428 or dial *120*786# |
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Halt Elder Abuse Line (Heal) |
0800 003 081 or email action@actiononelderabusesa.co.za |
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Human Trafficking helpline |
08000 737 283 (08000 rescue) / 082 455 3664 |
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LifeLine 24-hour crisis helpline |
0800 150 150 |
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Report neglect or abuse of a child |
0861 4 CHILD (24453) |
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SAPS |
08600 10111 |
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Stop Gender Violence helpline |
0800 150 150 |
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If you’re a witness and are afraid for your safety for reasons linked to being a witness, you can apply for witness protection. Contact the Witness Protection Unit at the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) on 012 845 6000 |
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Assistance for Victims: |
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Families South Africa (Famsa) |
011 975 7106/7 |
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Frida Hartley Shelter |
011 648 6005 or email: Cheryl@fridahartley.org |
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People Opposed to Woman Abuse (Powa) |
011 642 4345 |
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Rape Crisis Cape Town Trust |
English: 021 447 9762 isiXhosa: 021 361 9085 Afrikaans: 021 633 9229 Whatsapp support line: 083 222 5164 |
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Saartjie Baartman Centre for Women and children |
021 633 5287 |
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Tears Foundation |
010 590 5920 Or Free helpline number: *134*7355# |
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The Trauma Centre |
021 465 7373 |
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Tshwaranang Legal Advocacy Centre (TLAC) |
011 403 4267/060 800 0139 or email tshwaranang@tlac.org.za |
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Self-help Organizations: |
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Alcoholics Anonymous Helplines |
0861 HELPAA (435 722) |
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Narcotics Anonymous SA Helplines / Drug Rehab Centres |
083 900 MY NA (083 900 69 62) |
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South African National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (SANCA) |
011 892 3829 WhatsApp: 076 535 1701 |
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The Anger and Stress Management Centre |
081 336 3828 |
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Public Donations: |
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1000 women 1 voice |
1000women.co.za/donate/ |
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Lawyers against Abuse (LvA) |
givengain.com/cause/8010/ |
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Sonke Gender Justice |
genderjustice.org.za/project/policy-development-advocacy/stop-gender-violence-national-campaign/ |
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